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… a distraction-free, private location Have a pen and paper ready to take notes Ensure your device is charged When you … meeting link, and instructions on how to set up and be ready for the Zoom video consult. The physician will work … Zoom app on your device. You can skip this step if you already have Zoom installed. From a PC or Mac click or tap …
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… even be aware of them at first. Early first stage labour signs Cervix softens and opens to about three or four centimetres. Baby's head comes down in pelvis. You have diarrhea. You … the liquid is green, go to the hospital. Green means your baby has had a bowel movement. This may happen for no …
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… You might be thinking about yourself and your baby and wondering if you can cope with contractions. As … in need of calm, quiet support. Active first stage labour signs Contractions may be moderate in strength, coming every … become heavy, dark and bloody. Cervix continues to open. Baby’s head continues to move down into pelvis. Healthcare …
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… how much you'll need to take. And you'll need to know the signs of low blood sugar and what to do if you have a low … side effects. You may gain weight, especially if you are already overweight. The biggest risk of insulin use is very … you can avoid low blood sugar. It's a good idea to know the signs of low blood sugar, which include feeling tired, weak, …
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… the mother's blood pass through the placenta and enter the baby's bloodstream. They affect the baby in much the same … that help the doctor keep track of your baby's vital signs. These include temperature, blood pressure, breathing … that help the doctor keep track of your baby's vital signs. These include temperature, blood pressure, breathing …
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… eyes. It is a sign that there's too much bilirubin in the baby's blood. The word for having too much bilirubin in the … checked for jaundice within 72 hours after birth. If your baby is at risk for jaundice, your doctor may want to do a … problems. What causes it? Jaundice occurs because your baby's body has more bilirubin than it can get rid of. …
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… defects? Congenital heart defects are problems with how a baby's heart forms. "Congenital" means that the heart … activity Having dark, strong-smelling urine or other signs of dehydration In some cases, your child's congenital … risk of passing a heart defect to your child. If you are already pregnant and you or your partner has a family history …
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… multiple pregnancy, and the risk increases with each extra baby you carry at the same time. Being pregnant with more … your blood pressure, and test your blood and urine for any signs of problems. If problems are found, early treatment … The doctor or midwife will also do tests to look for any signs of problems. If problems are found early, treatment …
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… You may need care sooner. HomeTreatment RelatedInformation Signs that diaper rash may be a fungal infection include: A … soiled. Use only a mild soap if soap is needed. Don't use "baby wipes" that have alcohol or propylene glycol to clean … the following occur during self-care at home: New or worse signs of infection, such as warmth, redness, swelling, pus, …
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… cap? Cradle cap is an oily, yellow scaling or crusting on a baby's scalp. It is common in babies and is easily treated. … cap is not a part of any illness and does not imply that a baby is not being well cared for. What causes it? Cradle cap … jelly to help lift the crusts and loosen scales. When ready to shampoo, first get the scalp wet, then gently scrub …